The Lakes, NV frost dates
Frost is light and occasional here — typically a few cold nights around midwinter (about 13 a year). Cover tender plants when frost is forecast.
How The Lakes compares
- In a typical year, frost nights in The Lakes fall between December 11 and January 31. In 1 year in 10 the first frost comes as early as November 28, or the last frost as late as February 27.
- Compared with North Las Vegas, NV, 30 km away, the last frost here is 1 day earlier than there.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | December 30 |
| 50% (median) | January 31 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | February 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | November 28 |
| 50% (median) | December 11 |
| 90% (late) | December 27 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for The Lakes, NV
The Lakes, NV frost dates — last frost Jan 31, first frost Dec 11, zone 9a. whenisthelastfrost.com
In mild climates, summer heat limits many crops as much as frost does. Use this calendar for spring planting and lean on fall and winter for cool-season crops.
When to plant vegetables in The Lakes, NV
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Nov 8 – Nov 22 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | — | — |
| Peppers | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Nov 22 – Dec 6 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | Jan 3 – Feb 7 | Oct 16 – Nov 13 |
| Kale | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Jan 3 – Jan 17 | Oct 2 – Oct 23 |
| Broccoli | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Cabbage | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 10 – Jan 24 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Cauliflower | Dec 6 – Dec 20 | Jan 17 – Jan 31 | — | Sep 4 – Sep 25 |
| Okra | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 | — |
| Basil | Dec 20 – Jan 3 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Sep 18 – Oct 9 |
| Spinach | — | — | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Dec 27 – Feb 7 | Oct 30 – Nov 20 |
| Cucumbers | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 21 | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Jan 3 – Jan 10 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Sep 18 – Oct 2 |
| Beets | — | — | Jan 10 – Feb 7 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Jan 10 – Jan 31 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 14 | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Jan 17 – Feb 7 | Oct 16 – Nov 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 28 | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Feb 14 – Mar 7 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Nov 27 – Jan 1 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Callville Bay, NV weather station, 22 km away (elevation 1,270 ft (387 m)).
Frost dates near The Lakes
- Nellis Afb Feb 1 · Dec 8
- Coyote Springs Feb 1 · Dec 8
- North Las Vegas Feb 1 · Dec 8
- The Lakes (Clark) Jan 24 · Dec 10
- Las Vegas Jan 24 · Dec 10
- Henderson Jan 20 · Dec 15
- Overton Feb 26 · Nov 22
- Moapa Feb 26 · Nov 22
- Boulder City Jan 21 · Dec 17
- Logandale Feb 26 · Nov 22
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in The Lakes, NV?
The median last spring frost in The Lakes, NV is January 31. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after February 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in The Lakes, NV?
The median first fall frost is December 11, with about a 10% chance of frost before November 28.
How long is the growing season in The Lakes, NV?
About 314 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is The Lakes, NV?
The Lakes, NV is in USDA hardiness zone 9a.